Harry van den Elsen home movies

This film shows a caravan and children on a see-saw, with a sign in the background reading ‘Orana o’nite vans’; coastal scenery; Canberra, including the Shine Dome; the Parliament House and various embassies; caravan parks; children dressing up and playing in a yard and in a pool; an air show at Archerfield Aerodrome, crowds at an airport, planes, helicopters, stunt planes and parachutists; Eagle Farm Airport; a man mowing the lawn; a communion service and social gathering; speedway, including demolition derby; Dutch community occasions; beach scenes (possibly Palm Beach) and Byron Bay Lighthouse; Currumbin Bird Sanctuary.

A digital copy is available.

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This film shows beach scenes and street scenes; children on carnival rides; a birthday party; a zoo; a dolphin show; an airport and overseas travel; Brisbane Botanic Gardens.

This film shows a cemetery and a grave with flowers: ‘Louis’ Grave, 22nd January’; beach scenes; Christmas scenes; a street parade; the interior and exterior of a house; family occasions; a ferry on a river.

This film shows beach scenes; an inflatable pool; a playground; water skiing; a religious ceremony and community gathering; a boat trip; girls in uniform (possibly Brownies); a large public gathering.

This film shows a wedding; a cemetery; social occasions; children and family scenes; a rugby league match.